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Mexican Papaya

Inventory, 35 lbs : 18.86
This item was last sold on : 04/20/19

• 67 Featured Restaurants

• 11 Recipe Ideas

• 11 Sharess

Description/Taste

Mexican papaya turn greenish-yellow with shades of orange when ripe and contain numerous round, shiny, inedible black seeds in its center cavity. Somewhat similar to a melon, its delectable flesh is firm and juicy. The flavor, however, is not quite as sweet as the common papaya.

Seasons/Availability

Mexican papaya are available year-round.

Current Facts

Mexican papaya is one of the fastest growing tropical fruits available today. Ranging in size, some can measure twenty inches long and weigh in at fifteen pounds. The average papaya found in markets weighs one-and-one-fourth to two pounds and is six to twelve inches long. The Mexican variety is somewhat larger.

Nutritional Value

Papaya places first among fruits in the content of vitamin C, vitamin A, iron, niacin, calcium, folate, riboflavin, thiamine, potassium and fiber. Papaya contains a beneficial enzyme, papain, that aids digestion. Following papaya in nutritional value, in order, is cantaloupe, strawberry, orange, tangerine, kiwi, mango, apricot, persimmom and watermelon. Eating five daily servings of fruits and vegetables lowers the chances of cancer. A recent study found that eating nine or ten daily servings of fruits and vegetables, combined with three servings of low-fat dairy products, were effective in lowering blood pressure.

Applications

Lacking acidity, enhance flavor with a sprinkle of lemon or lime juice. Cut in half; scoop out seeds; top with a scoop of sour cream, frozen or chilled yogurt or ice cream; sprinkle with brown sugar or granola. Slice peeled papaya into rings for an attractive edible garnish; serve with fish and meats. Dress up green salads. Make yummy marinades, ice cream, sauces, smoothies and bread. Add green papaya to stews and soups. Bake, boil or stuff; serve as a vegetable. Add to fruit salads. Puree to make delicious iced beverages. Blend with peanut butter for a tasty spread. Spicy foods love its company. Containing papain, a meat tenderizer, puree fruit to make a natural tenderizing addition to meat marinades. Papaya leaves wrapped around meat also serve as a tenderizer. To soften and tenderize thick meats such as roast beef or t-bones, spread mashed papaya over the meat. Refrigerate about two hours before cooking. To ripen, keep green fruit at room temperature three to five days. To store, refrigerate ripe papaya. Use within a day or two for best flavor. Firm peeled papaya can be frozen in chunks. Frozen fruit is best used in soups, marinades, salad dressings, entrée or dessert sauces and for baking. Uncooked papaya does not congeal in commercial gelatin with an animal protein base. It may be used with agar, a seaweed base. When making papaya chutney or jam, use a commercial pectin or other fruits that have an abundance of pectin.

Ethnic/Cultural Info

The Hawaiian Islands are also major producers of papaya and at one time they used this fruit to feed chickens and pigs! Today, it is a favorite on many menus and more mainland consumers are discovering this island delicacy. Papaya is not to be confused with "pawpaw", the American custard apple. Australians use "pawpaw" to mean papaya.

Geography/History

A New World fruit, papaya is native to South and Central America. Its name is derived from the Spanish adaptation of the word "ababai" from pre-Columbian communities in the Caribbean. Dating back to prehistoric times, dozens of varieties of papaya exist today. Mexican papaya grows in Mexico and is imported into the United States.

Featured Restaurants

Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.

Moxy San Diego Gaslamp	San Diego CA	619-376-1850
InterContinental Banquet Kitchen	San Diego CA	619-501-9400
The Barrel Room	San Diego CA	858-673-7512
Volcano Rabbit	San Diego CA	619-232-8226
Solare Ristorante Lounge	San Diego CA	619-270-9670
Culinary Concepts	San Diego CA	858-530-1885
La Jolla Country Club	San Diego CA	858-454-9601
La Costa Glen North	Carlsbad CA	760-704-1436
GelatoLove	Carlsbad CA	760-297-0554
Bahia Resort Hotel	San Diego CA	858-488-0551
Feast on This Culinary & Event Production	San Diego CA	858-597-0740
Maderas Golf Club	Poway CA	858-451-8100
The Compass	Carlsbad CA	760-434-1900
Vi At La Jolla Village	San Diego CA	858-646-7700
Saint Mark Golf and Resort, LLC	San Marcos CA	858-273-8440
Doubletree Hotel Circle	San Diego CA	619-881-6900
Four Points Sheraton-SeaWorld	San Diego CA	619-295-3172
La Costa Resort & Spa Main Kitchen	Carlsbad CA	760-930-7063
Mille Fleurs	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-756-3085
Gaslamp Union Kitchen & Tap	San Diego CA	619-795-9463

the other 47...

Project Wildlife	San Diego CA	619-295-3172
Miguel's Cocina Pt Loma	San Diego CA	619-224-2401
The Crack Shack-San Diego	San Diego CA	619-795-3299
Pamplemousse Grill	Solana Beach CA	858-792-9090
Hilton Mission Bay	San Diego CA	619-276-4010
Gamma Phi Beta	San Diego CA	310-634-2371
Tom Hams Light House	San Diego CA	619-291-9110
Third Corner Ocean Beach	San Diego CA	619-223-2700
Chateau La Jolla	San Diego CA	858-459-4451
Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-759-6063
Paradise Point Resort Main Kitchen	San Diego CA	858-490-6363
Rancho Valencia	Del Mar CA	858-756-1123
Pacific Beach Ale House	San Diego CA	858-581-2337
Dija Mara	Oceanside CA	760-231-5376
The Land & Water Company	Carlsbad CA	760-729-5263
Snooze H.C, LLC	San Diego CA	619-500-3344
Lafayette Hotel	San Diego CA	619-296-2101
The Crack Shack-Encinitas	Encinitas CA	858-735-3093
Puesto-Downtown	San Diego CA	619-233-8880
San Diego Culinary Institute Inc.	La Mesa CA	619-644-2100
Blue Water Seafood Market and Grill	San Diego CA	619-497-0914
Westin Gaslamp Quarter	San Diego CA	619-239-2200
The Crack Shack Pasadena	Pasadena CA	619-520-4793
Mr A's	San Diego CA	619-239-1377
Bread & Cie Café	San Diego CA	619-295-3172
The Crack Shack LA	Los Angeles CA	619-520-4793
Crab Catcher La Jolla	San Diego CA	858-454-9587
Leroy's Kitchen & Lounge	Coronado CA	619-522-6890
Golden Door	San Marcos CA	760-761-4142
Cirque Du Soleil America Inc.	Las Vegas NV	702-513-2146
Crown Point Catering	San Diego CA	619-223-1211
The Wild Thyme Company	San Diego CA	858-527-0226
Fonda Don Diego	Coronado CA	619-537-0054
InterContinental Vistal Kitchen	San Diego CA	619-501-9400
Miguel's Old Town	San Diego CA	619-298-9840
Miguel's Cocina Carlsbad	Carlsbad CA	760-759-1843
The Crossings	Carlsbad CA	760-444-1800
The LOT (La Jolla)	La Jolla CA	619-987-9537
Coast Catering	Escondido CA	619-295-3173
Chez Loma	Coronado CA	619-435-0661
Marriott Gaslamp	San Diego CA	619-696-0234 x6051
Cape Rey Carlsbad, a Hilton Resort	Carlsbad CA	760-602-0800
Inn at Rancho Santa Fe	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-381-8289
Surf Side Cuisine	San Diego CA	619-507-0891
The Pearl Hotel	San Diego CA	877-732-7573
Hilton Garden Inn	San Diego CA	858-720-9500
The Crack Shack Costa Mesa	Costa Mesa CA	619-450-7978

Recipe Ideas

Recipes that include Mexican Papaya. One

is easiest, three is harder.

Skinnytaste		Papaya Avocado Salad
Angie's Recipes		Chicken Papaya Salad with Herb Parmesan Vinaigrette
The Foodie's Kitchen		Papaya-Coconut Bread
The Gracious Pantry		Clean Eating Roasted Maple Papaya
Local Haven		Papaya Curd with Lemon
Mexico In My Kitchen		Papaya Drink
Florida Hillbilly		Dried Chili Lime Papaya Chips
Foods For Long Life		Mexican Papaya Salad With Strawberries And Poppy Seed Dressing
A Family Feast		Grilled Tropical Fruit Salad with Prosciutto
The Gracious Pantry		Clean Eating Roasted Maple Papaya

the other 1...

Raw Family

Mexican Papaya Pudding

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Deka Foods - 10
Anargiroudos 22, Vari - Greece
www.dekafoods.gr

Near Vouliagmeni, Attica, Greece
About 9 days ago, 4/12/19
Sharer's comments : Papaya 💥

Sprouts Farmers Market

Sprouts

Near La Jolla, California, United States
About 22 days ago, 3/30/19
Sharer's comments : Fresh!

Pancho Villa's Farmers Market Near San Diego, California, United States
About 26 days ago, 3/26/19

Robert Is Here Fruit Stand & Farm

Robert Is Here Fruit Stand
19200 SW 344th St , Homestead 33034
305-246-1592

Near Florida City, Florida, United States
About 91 days ago, 1/20/19
Sharer's comments : Mexican Papayas spotted at Robert Is Here Fruit Stand & Farm. Mexican Variety Called Red Lady Papaya, grown 20 feet from the fruit stand.

Wong

Wong Market
Miraflores , Lima Peru
016250000

Near Santiago de Surco, Cuzco, Peru
About 99 days ago, 1/12/19
Sharer's comments : Fresh cut Mexican papaya!

Food Terminal Near Chamblee, Georgia, United States
About 346 days ago, 5/10/18
Sharer's comments : Mexican Papayas spotted at Food Terminal.

Asian Food Center Near Shoreline, Washington, United States
About 355 days ago, 4/30/18
Sharer's comments : Mexican Papayas spotted at Asian Food Center.

Walmart Supercenter Wisconsin, United States
About 463 days ago, 1/13/18
Sharer's comments : Mexican Papayas spotted at Walmart Supercenter.

First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op Near Corvallis, Oregon, United States
About 529 days ago, 11/08/17
Sharer's comments : Mexican Papayas spotted at First Alternative Natural Foods Co-Op.

Meijer - Opening 5/18/2017 Near West Bend, Wisconsin, United States
About 704 days ago, 5/17/17

Barons Marketplace Near San Diego, California, United States
About 707 days ago, 5/14/17
Sharer's comments : Mexican Papayas spotted at Barons Marketplace.